DAY ONE:

Introduction

Instructional Theory

• Instruction vs. Presentation
• Adult Learner Characteristics
• Learning Styles
  • Visual
  • Auditory
  • Kinesthetic
• Buzz Group Activity
  • Identifying Personal Learning Styles
• Instructional Models

Lecture

• Real Life Examples/Non-Examples
• Advanced Organizers
• Speech Tips
• Speech Pitfalls
• Break Out Group Activity
  • Preparing/Presenting Instructor Introductions

Facilitating Discussion

• Open vs. Closed Ended Questions
• Break Out Group Activity
  • Writing Open and Closed Ended Questions for practicum assignme

Handling Questions

• Repeating and Rephrasing Questions
• Q&A Sessions

Exercises

• Purpose for Situational Analyses, Case Studies, and Exercises
• Preparing participants for exercises
• Expectations of instructors during exercises
• Debriefing sessions

Classroom Management Tips

• Time and Pacing
• Strategies for Breaks
• Handling AV Issues
• Handling Temperature Issues
• Problem Attendees
• Evaluations

Team Teaching

• Purpose
• Advantages
• Expectations of AAMI Instructors
• Tips from the Pros

Preparing for Practicum

• Instructions
• Evaluation Forms
• Expectations for Participants and Instructors

DAY TWO:

Practicum

• Simulated Session: Presenting materials from an AAMI course

Faculty Orientation

• Faculty Guidelines
• Role of Faculty Coordinator
• Travel Guidelines for Faculty
• Course Materials
• Next Steps

Wrap-up/Questions